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Reviews: Tacama Terroix

Terroix

Varieties of the Malbec and Tannat grapes grow in the oldest plots of land of Tacama. Together they express an exceptional personality.
Terroix has a beautiful cherry red color with blue streaks. It has a fruity aroma similar to marmalade and prunes, mixed with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon and ending with a roasted coffee bouquet. In the mouth it reveals a wide range of soft and velvety flavors and a final body that expresses the characteristics of the land.
The fruity aromas and flavors are obtained from the Malbec variety that underwent a short maceration process. The Tannat variety with an extended maceration gives it its body and its maturing in French oak barrels contributes to the complexity of the Terroix wine.
Percentage of vine stocks that compose it: 39% malbec, 61%tannat.

23/01/09 Peru Wines Tasting Note
Published by Kristian Kielmayer
http://www.kristiankielmayer.com/2009/02/peru-wines-tasting-note/

Terroix 2007
Malbec and Tannat combination. Ruby colour, spice on the nose with some red fruit. Juicy, dry yet a soft drive on the palate. Good weight, medium finish.

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